Dr Sulav Paudal
| Position: | Coordinator Region XII: Oceania |
| Location: | AgResearch Ltd |
Phone: Fax: | +64-3-325-9984 +64-3-325-9946 |
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
Ph. D., Entomology and International Agriculture, Penn State University, State College, PA, USA (2019)
M. Sc., Entomology and International Agriculture, Penn State University, State College, PA, USA (2013)
B. Sc. (Honours) Agriculture, Tribhuwan University, Rampur, Nepal (2009).
EXPERTISE
Dr. Paudel is a Senior Scientist at AgResearch New Zealand, specializing in applied entomology and insect pest management with a focus on transboundary and invasive pests through enhanced surveillance, biosecurity, and integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. Dr. Paudel’s experience spans diverse regions, including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Nepal, New Zealand, South Pacific Island nations, and the United States, where he has led and contributed to projects involving a wide range of pest species. Currently, his work emphasizes on biological control and remote surveillance of insect pests in the South Pacific Islands.
WORK HISTORY
2022-Present: Senior Scientist (Entomology & International Development), AgResearch Ltd., New Zealand
2020-2022: Post-doctoral Scientist, AgResearch Ltd., New Zealand
2013-2016: Integrated Pest Management Program Manager, International Development Enterprises, Nepal
2009-2011: Agriculture Pest Management officer, Centre for Environmental and Agricultural Policy Research, Extension and Development (CEAPRED), Nepal
